Machinist Apprenticeship in Halifax at Holmbridge Eng Co

Salary£18,720 / year
Work typeIn person
LocationHalifax
Job typeApprenticeship Jobs
Closes30 Sep 2026
LevelAdvanced
Starts15 Oct 2026
Hours40 a week
Duration3 Years 6 Months

Job description

Summary

Start your career in engineering. Learn from experienced engineers. Build something real.

Holmbridge Engineering is looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Apprentice to join our team and develop a career in precision engineering. 

What you will do at work

As an Engineering Apprentice, you’ll learn how to:

  • Operate and set milling or turning machines
  • Read and understand engineering drawings
  • Use precision measuring equipment
  • Select and use cutting tools and tooling
  • Understand CNC machining processes
  • Produce high-quality precision components
  • Follow safe working practices and quality procedures
  • Develop your skills through hands-on workshop experience
  • You’ll spend time learning both the theory and practical side of engineering, with support from experienced members of the Holmbridge Engineering team.

Training

The apprentice will complete L3 Machining standard over 42 months.

Requirements and skills

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental

Qualifications

  • GCSE English and Maths (4+) – essential

About this employer

Established in 1971, Holmbridge Engineering opened its doors to the engineering world. Since then, we have been providing a range of products and services to our customers, to meet the needs of an ever-growing manufacturing world.

The company was started by Roy Smith, Len Morris and Nick Couch back with a series of conventional machine tools, both lathes and millers. Work mainly was comprised of machine tool spares and valves. Over the years Holmbridge gained the trust and respect of numerous customers, working closely alongside them to provide intelligent solutions for a multitude of manufacturing requirements. Many of our customers who we have gained their trust and respect are still in partnership with us to this day.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to secure a permanent position with Holmbridge Engineering.

Employee benefits

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Interested in how things work and how they’re made
  • Practical and enjoys working with their hands
  • Keen to learn new skills
  • Reliable, hardworking and willing to get stuck in
    Comfortable working as part of a team
  • Interested in building a long-term career in engineering

Employer

Holmbridge Eng Co

Listed via Find an Apprenticeship

Training provider

Training provider
Kirklees College
Training course
Machining technician (level 3)
Working pattern
7:30am – 5pm Mon – Thur 7:30am-11:30am Friday.

Published by the employer on Find an apprenticeship, the government vacancy service.

Location

BRIAN ROYD MILLS
SADDLEWORTH RD
Halifax, Yorkshire and The Humber
HX4 8NF
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